This packet contains an overview, for both parents and teachers, of the common core standards for 2nd grade writing. Five posters describe the core standards in kid-friendly vocabulary. A checklist is provided for students to track their mastery of the standards.

This writing prompt asks students to share their opinion. They write their answers and can use the page to help them share their thoughts verbally with others. Common Core Writing: W.2.1 Text Types and Purposes

This is a 3 page template addressing the common core writing standards for second grade; text types and purposes. The emphasis is on writing opinion and informative papers, as well as personal narrative. Checklists are included. Common Core: ELA: W.2.1-3

This is a 5 page template addressing the common core writing standards; research to build and present knowledge. The emphasis is on identifying a topic and asking questions to learn about it. Students are working in a research team and must identify their role. The packet includes a web organizer, fact cards and a task checklist. CC: ELA: W.2.7-9

Introduction to Indentifying the Theme of fictional or informational text. Students brainstorm information they would like to read or write about. May be used as a group activity. CCSS, RL.2.2, RL.3.2-2, W.3.2,W.2.2